VU

Rana de Ingles Negras y Amarillas

Pristimantis penelopus

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Pristimantis penelopus faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching throughout its limited Andean range. The species' dependence on pristine montane environments makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as rising temperatures force suitable habitat to higher elevations with reduced available area. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits cloud forests and montane rainforests at elevations between 1,800-2,800 meters in the Andes. It requires pristine forest environments with high humidity and stable temperatures, typically found in areas with persistent cloud cover and dense vegetation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Rana de Ingles Negras y Amarillas classified as Vulnerable?
Rana de Ingles Negras y Amarillas is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Pristimantis penelopus faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching throughout its limited Andean range. The species' dependence on pristine montane environments makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as rising temperatures force suitable habitat to higher elevations with reduced available area. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Rana de Ingles Negras y Amarillas live?
Rana de Ingles Negras y Amarillas occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Rana de Ingles Negras y Amarillas?
The main threats to Rana de Ingles Negras y Amarillas are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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